Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Summit, New Jersey.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- Duration: 8 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) Nurse position in Summit, New Jersey. This role involves providing comprehensive perioperative patient care, including assessment, clinical skills, documentation, and patient education for surgical patients across various procedures. The OR nurse supports the surgical team through responsible patient care management and adherence to safety protocols.
Job Details:
- Shift: Days, 12 hours shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license, Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, at least 1 year of recent OR experience, BLS certification.
- Preferred Qualifications: CNOR certification, Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
- Additional Information: Demonstrates knowledge of conditions/diagnoses, procedures, and equipment for surgical patients. Supports completion of pre-operative and post-operative assessments and education. Evaluates Pre Admission Testing (PAT) orders for appropriateness based on surgery, patient age, and health status. Contributes to the perioperative team by prioritizing patient care based on needs and condition changes. Demonstrates professional practice responsibility and maintains confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1294401. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus